Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Cybersecurity Option is designed to meet the demand of cybersecurity professional skills in business and industry, while focusing on the technical and human aspect of cybersecurity. This program meets the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education framework (including knowledge, skills, and abilities).

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Know fundamental business methods, including communications, math, and writing.

Understand the common processes and procedures used to conduct criminal and noncriminal investigations of activities involving evidence with digital media, including the laws that apply to these processes.

Analyze and apply security in computer and networking infrastructures while detecting any legal and ethical breaches.

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Students enrolled in this program may be able to earn academic credit for prior learning, including industry standard certifications. Please contact Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning (Room 272A) at careerservices [at] qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.4439.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks may be required. Finger printing and drug testing may be required.